Find drum teachers in Brooklyn, NY

Q: How much do drum lessons cost near me?

Drum lessons cost $50 to $75 hourly for private lessons in a studio. A monthly package of 4 to 5 lessons booked in advance costs $190 to $340 total . The cheapest drum lessons are group classes that cost $20 to $40 per session . More teachers are available through online drum lessons with a price range of $40 to $60 per hour .

Q: At what age do you start drum lessons?

Children can start drum lessons between 6 to 9 years old . Initial instruction begins with a single drum. Kids can't play on a full drum kit until they can reach the foot pedals and focus for extended periods of time. For adults, any age is suitable to learn drumming.

Q: How long is a drum lesson?

A drum lesson is 30 to 60 minutes long on average. The lesson length depends on how experienced the student is and their age. Shorter lessons are better for beginners to help slowly increase their focus. This way, they can build up their strength for longer practice sessions later.

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Top 10 drum lessons in Brooklyn, NY

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Your Drum Lessons questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.

How much do drum lessons cost near me?

Drum lessons cost $50 to $75 hourly for private lessons in a studio. A monthly package of 4 to 5 lessons booked in advance costs $190 to $340 total. The cheapest drum lessons are group classes that cost $20 to $40 per session.

More teachers are available through online drum lessons with a price range of $40 to $60 per hour.

Are drum lessons worth it?

Drum lessons are worth if for those who want to play professionally or who want to learn faster. Private classes help students sharpen their techniques more quickly and build better playing habits. Expert tutors offer tailored feedback to nourishing the latent talents within their pupils.

At what age do you start drum lessons?

Children can start drum lessons between 6 to 9 years old. Initial instruction begins with a single drum. Kids can't play on a full drum kit until they can reach the foot pedals and focus for extended periods of time. For adults, any age is suitable to learn drumming.

How many drum lessons do you need?

You will need drum lessons every week for about half a year to a whole year in order to learn to play simple songs. If you want to audition for a band or play drums like a pro, it usually takes 2 to 5 years of lessons.

How fast you learn depends on how good you are now and how much you practice.

How long is a drum lesson?

A drum lesson is 30 to 60 minutes long on average. The lesson length depends on how experienced the student is and their age. Shorter lessons are better for beginners to help slowly increase their focus. This way, they can build up their strength for longer practice sessions later.

How do I find a good drum teacher near me?

Find a good drum teacher near you by searching for private drum tutors on here on Lessons. Another option you have is asking for the availability of teachers at music stores or community colleges.

Before you choose a drum teacher close to you, remember to:

Check the prices from at least 3 drum teachers to compare them.
Look at what people say about them on Lessons and Google.
Ask for a references list of students they are teaching or have taught.
If they will teach your child, ask other parents if their kids liked the teacher.
Make sure you get a written plan and a schedule before you start your first lesson.
Try a few classes and see if you like the teacher before you pay for a whole month of lessons.

What questions should you ask a drum teacher?

Before hiring a drum teacher, ask them:

How long have you been a drum teacher?
What music school did you go to?
What ages do you like to teach?
Can I try a lesson for free?
What kind of drum should I get if I don't have one at home?
How much should I practice between our lessons?
Can you tell me where to get cheap books for learning?
Will I get homework like drum patterns to remember?
Can you teach me in a way that helps me learn best?
How long is a lesson?
What should I bring to our lessons?
How many types of drum music can you teach me?
Can I get a copy of our lesson plan, rules, and how much I have to pay?
What if I can't come to a lesson because something important came up?
Can I learn to play my favorite songs on the drums?

Reviews for Brooklyn drum lessons

Recent success stories from people in the Brooklyn area.

Yuri. F.

Nava was a true gem for our daughter when she started taking piano lessons at age 6. Nava always showed great patience in working with our daughter, especially after we went to online classes during the pandemic. But most importantly, she made piano fun and nurtured our daughter’s natural instincts and joy for music and learning. To help with online learning, Nava often sent video recordings of new songs, which our daughter loved and exemplified for us the care and attentiveness she shows her students.

Nava Dunkelman Percussion/Drums/Beginning Piano lesson

Jared G.

Charlie helped me to develop as a drummer and overcome many obstacles I was experiencing. My hand technique is on a whole new level after studying with him!

Charlie Steiner Drum Lessons

Brian C.

Being a successful drummer is about having good time and good relationships. Shannon excels at both. He explains what tools you need to sound professional, while modeling what a “good hang” is in the music scene. Shannon finds the perfect balance of explanation and demonstration. He targets the smaller areas of musicality that can elevate a drummer from a 6 to a 10. Broadway drummers need to play in multiple genres. I have sat with Shannon and experienced his effortless shifts from rock to swing to pop. As a teacher, he perfectly communicates the idiosyncrasies of each style. Brian Cudina Lyricist, Drummer, Journalist

Shannon Ford Drum Lessons

Asia

When I arrived to my first lesson, I walked into the studio while my teacher was playing and I was intimidated. But as soon as we started my lesson, my nerves dissipated. Eldon is such a good teacher. He pushes your limits while also encouraging you to have fun and loosen up. I look forward to every session and I already noticed I'm getting more confident behind the kit.

Eldon Simms

Ryan W.

I have been getting guitar lessons with Bryan for over two years. As a forty something year old, who can be very stuck in his ways, Bryan has been abundantly patient with my slow learning process. He is thoroughly knowledgable of the guitar, adapts to my learning curve, finds real life examples that helps move me along in the right direction. So very thankful I decided to go with Bryan as my teacher. He does the music world good simply being the kind of teacher he is.

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Maayan E.

He always comes with good energy and a good attitude The training sessions with him are always organized and professional

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Kristina M.

Tom Criblez is a very good drum teacher and a cool person. I like the way he is teaching. He teaches me all important stuff I got to know as a beginner. He loves what he is doing and believes in what he is doing. As I'm a "zero" musician he made me believe that I can play drums and I can. And just few lessons later I could see I am progressing.